Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A7 III

Its time to examine more closely at the Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A7 III, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and A7 III (24MP) and the GX-1S (APS-C) and A7 III (Full frame) possess totally different sensor size.

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The GX-1S was unveiled 13 years earlier than the A7 III and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A7 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the GX-1S scores vs the A7 III in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung GX-1S & Sony Alpha A7 III. The full galleries are available at Samsung GX-1S Gallery & Sony A7 III Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung GX-1S features physical dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) while the Sony A7 III has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the GX-1S against the A7 III.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX-1S and A7 III is 68 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by reviewing specifications. The visual here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-1S and A7 III.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GX-1S using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Sony A7 III will offer you extra detail having an extra 18MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The older GX-1S is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.